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Auckland and Christchurch drivers exposed to poor air
Monday, 29 July 2013, 9:21 am | University of Canterbury
While New Zealand’s major cities have less congestion and lower volumes of traffic than other cities elsewhere in the world they still produce high commuter exposure to finer particles, University of Canterbury (UC) transport expert Professor Simon ... More >>
Cathedral most significant decision in Chch history
Sunday, 28 July 2013, 12:14 pm | University of Canterbury
The failed legal battle to stop Christchurch's cathedral being demolished will go down as one of the most significant decisions in the city’s history, a University of Canterbury (UC) heritage researcher says. More >>
Better to deal with problems than avoid them
Sunday, 28 July 2013, 12:12 pm | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury (UC) research project has found it is better for people who are struggling with stress to deal with the problem, rather than put it off. More >>
University of Canterbury welcomes Ministerial appointments
Friday, 26 July 2013, 2:18 pm | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury Chancellor Dr John Wood has welcomed the announcement of four Ministerial appointments to the University of Canterbury Council. “It’s a supportive mix blending current high-performing appointees with new appointments ... More >>
What if farmers and other groups could save NZ biodiversity?
Thursday, 25 July 2013, 11:19 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury (UC) expert believes farmers, foresters and other landowners could save New Zealand’s native biodiversity through financial incentives. More >>
Micronutrients could help people quit smoking
Thursday, 25 July 2013, 11:04 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury masters student is hoping to demonstrate that micronutrients help with withdrawal symptoms for people quitting smoking. More >>
UC searching for viral link to breast cancer
Wednesday, 24 July 2013, 11:40 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury (UC) led research team wants to find the link between breast cancer and a virus, to help reduce the number of New Zealanders who die of breast cancer each year. More >>
UC studying use of hypothermia to treat cardiac arrest
Wednesday, 24 July 2013, 11:34 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury (UC) PhD student is studying the use of hypothermia, or lowering body temperature below 35C degrees, to treat cardiac arrest patients and its impact on metabolism in these patients. More >>
Trend of New Zealanders migrating to Australia is cyclical
Tuesday, 23 July 2013, 12:39 pm | University of Canterbury
While New Zealanders are not crossing the Tasman for work as much as they used to, the trend will change as the Australian economy picks up, a University of Canterbury (UC) social science lecturer says. More >>
UC qualifies for business case competition finals
Tuesday, 23 July 2013, 12:31 pm | University of Canterbury
A team from the University of Canterbury (UC) has qualified for the final of an international business case competition after finishing first equal in New Zealand. More >>
Bio-film to protect the dairy industry’s stainless steel
Monday, 22 July 2013, 12:47 pm | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury (UC) researchers are developing a bio-film that could be used to coat stainless steel surfaces which could save the New Zealand's food production sector a significant fraction of the NZ$300 million a year it spends in cleaning ... More >>
UC to help people with critical breathing difficulties
Monday, 22 July 2013, 12:41 pm | University of Canterbury
UC mechanical engineering expert Dr Mark Jermy has been collaborating on the company’s Optiflow high-flow humidified nasal cannula (device). Optiflow is used to support premature new-born babies, children and adults with long-term breathing difficulties ... More >>
Monorail proposal conflicts with NZ tourism brand
Sunday, 21 July 2013, 1:25 pm | University of Canterbury
A plan for a 41 kilometre monorail from Queenstown to Milford Sound conflicts with what the New Zealand tourism brand stands for in the international and domestic markets, a University of Canterbury tourism expert says. More >>
UC student driven by tsunami tragedy
Sunday, 21 July 2013, 1:22 pm | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury PhD student is investigating the impact of tsunamis on Samoa and other countries in the Pacific. Shaun Williams was just finishing his postgraduate degree when his homeland of Samoa was hit by the September 2009 tsunami. More >>
Can probiotics help fight depression?
Saturday, 20 July 2013, 1:36 pm | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury (UC) PhD student is carrying out the first trial in New Zealand to see if probiotics, friendly bacteria which are naturally found in the gut, can help fight depression. More >>
UC researchers seeking to improve hospital care
Saturday, 20 July 2013, 1:34 pm | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury (UC) researchers are trialling mathematical models to help intensive care unit medical staff monitor patients’ lung conditions. More >>
Marketing can be a force for good
Thursday, 18 July 2013, 12:16 pm | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury (UC) expert says marketing is often blamed for problems in society but believes it can be a force for good. Fast food giants are allowed to advertise to children and sponsor children’s sports event, even though New Zealand ... More >>
Alcohol’s toxic toll should be compared to other life risks
Thursday, 18 July 2013, 12:12 pm | University of Canterbury
The toxic perils of drinking alcohol need to be compared with other life risks, a University of Canterbury toxicology expert says. Alcohol causes more than one in 20 deaths of New Zealanders aged under 80, a recent report says. More >>
Toll roads the best option in the future for Auckland
Wednesday, 17 July 2013, 11:17 am | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury (UC) economics expert believes road tolls are the best option for Auckland, as long as it is possible to identify users and the transactions costs of collection are not high. More >>
American astronaut describes her feelings in space
Wednesday, 17 July 2013, 11:12 am | University of Canterbury
An American astronaut, who will be the key speaker at the first New Zealand starlight festival in Tekapo later this year, today described her first mission into space. More >>
